Our Team
Coaches
They're here to guide you, motivate you, and make sure every class is safe and effective.
Pete Needham
Owner/Coach
Peter is a lifelong resident of Dorchester, MA. He prides himself on representing his neighborhood wherever he goes through his hard work, consistency and positive attitude. A graduate of Boston University, he has followed his entrepreneurial spirit for as long as he can remember. Since 2014 he has owned and operated CrossFit 617's two locations, along with 617 Sports Performance. As a longtime athlete, coach and sports enthusiast, Peter believes in the power of building a strong team and the importance of an inclusive community. While he has trained and coached young athletes to those of the professional level, he finds the most rewarding experiences by introducing someone brand new to the world of health and wellness. He enjoys getting to know each and every member personally and is interested in what makes them tick. He encourages his community members to work hard towards new goals and challenges those willing to push themselves in new ways. Outside of the gym, Peter enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Claire, and two boys, Petey & Ozzie.
- CrossFit Level 2
- CrossFit Striking
- Burgener Strength Weightlifting
- NASM PES
- Precision Nutrition L-1
- B.A. Media Technology, New England Institute of Art
- B.S. Business Management, Boston University
Kevin Feeney
Co-Owner/Coach
For Coach Feeney, his CrossFit journey started right here at 617. Born and raised in Dorchester, Kevin grew up competing in every sport there is. During his late 20's, he was introduced to CrossFit by a few friends who had recently opened their own CrossFit box. He was immediately drawn to the community environment and group aspect of the class — he was hooked from his very first WOD. After a few years of CrossFit under his belt, he pursued his CF-L1 Certificate, which gave him the opportunity to pass on his fitness knowledge to others. His CrossFit journey didn't end there, as he now sits as a co-owner and co-head coach at 617. In the words of Coach Feeney: "CrossFit is more than just a workout on a whiteboard. It's about like-minded people helping each other better themselves one rep/WOD/day at a time."
- CrossFit L-2
- CrossFit Judges Course
- CrossFit Scaling Course
Jordan Roldan
CrossFit Coach
Jordan's philosophy on training and teaching is to help anyone and everyone looking to improve the way they move and feel. He says that "no matter the age or experience, it is important for everyone to be healthy." As a guidance counselor at Boston College High School, and now Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, his life's work and mission is to help others reach their goals — whatever it may be. When not working, Jordan competes nationally in volleyball at a semi-pro level, so he's no slouch to hard work and competition! From supporting a CrossFit Allstar, to coaching a new student, to simply helping someone deadlift properly, Jordan loves being a part of the fitness journey.
- MA Higher Education
- BS Psychology, Education
- CrossFit L-2
- Head Volleyball Coach at Notre Dame Academy
- USA Weightlifting